Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"She really on camera looks like, I mean, speaking of total recall, got to get to Mars. She really does. Wow. That is just like that. That's so weird. Exactly like that. That's incredible. That actor ate a squirrel." — Marcus (Discussing a woman who ate her pet hamster)
"But then eventually, they would start showing up. And then they said, like, not only we gonna like, so this is a good warning to you that dealers started offering. We're going to deliver drugs to your home without you even asking us to. We're just going to shirt showing up. And we're going to come to you instead of you coming to us. And eventually, they just started living inside of the house. And now this seems to be a trend that is happening across the UK." — Ben (Explaining the concept of "cuckooing" in the UK)
"The only thing you can do is like, you know, you meet a guy to bed at a fucking sports bar. You start talking to she be like, but you're ever got to show you. You're like, oh, you like these boots. You would come back by mine. I'll show you. I got to hold some race. But then they go out to the like, you know, and then what do we know? Never go to a second location." — Marcus (Speculating on the death of a Georgia businessman)
The episode begins with the hosts discussing their usual content production, noting their efforts to be "chill" but admitting to intense work habits. They then transition into a "smattering" of side stories, aiming to provide content that could be used to entertain or provoke conversation at dinner. Early news includes the arrest of former NBA player Shawn Kemp for an alleged drive-by shooting, with the hosts humorously speculating on the details. The discussion then shifts to the complex case of an inmate in Texas facing execution, whose mental state and self-mutilation are discussed in detail, leading to a debate on the ethics and practicality of the death penalty.
Following this, the hosts explore a peculiar incident in Canada involving a man offering chocolates to a youth as a "random act of kindness," which, despite its innocent intention, led to a police investigation due to the unusual circumstances. A more heartwarming story emerges about a widowed goose named Blossom at a cemetery who finds a new mate, Frankie, highlighting animal companionship. The narrative then takes a darker turn with a discussion on the unsacred ingredients in King Charles III's coronation oil, including historical use of animal secretions, prompting commentary on the monarchy and environmentalism. Another segment covers the mysterious death of a Georgia businessman found wrapped in a rug, with the hosts exploring various theories ranging from intoxication to foul play and even a morbid "Weekend at Bernie's" scenario.
The episode concludes with a truly disturbing account of a woman in the UK jailed for eating her pet hamster, Mr. Nibbles, under duress from drug dealers who had allegedly "cuckooed" her home. This story is linked to a historical tabloid headline about Freddi Starr and a discussion about the concept of "cuckooing" as a form of predatory behavior. The hosts also touch upon the sale of novelty items and the absurdity of certain modern trends, ending with reflections on the nature of their podcast and personal well-being.